How do they make silly sounds in cartoons? This was the prompt we explored during a NGSS driven science lesson this past week! The students investigated how everyday objects can produce the sound effects that are in the movies! They explored how a ruler can make a boing noise that could fit into any silly cartoon scene. Or how a laser in Stars Wars comes from the vibrations of a metal slinky. The kids also learned how to use body percussion to emulate a furious thunderstorm!
The students were carrying out these various investigations on how to make different sounds to construct an explanation that objects vibrate when they make a sound. They also found out that if the vibration stops, the sound does as well.
Next week we will go deeper into vibrations, focusing on where the vibration is actually taking place, specifically in musical instruments. Look out for the head harps next week!
Thank you,
Ms. Wardrip